Thanksgiving Point
4.6(8,653)4.6 out of 5 stars, 8653 reviews Salt Lake City, UT
About Thanksgiving Point
Thanksgiving Point offers a diverse range of family-friendly activities, particularly highlighted by its beautiful gardens and seasonal events like the Tulip Festival, making it a unique destination for families looking to enjoy nature and outdoor experiences together.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families looking for a day out in nature, especially during spring events.Grandparents wanting to spend time with grandchildren without incurring high costs.All ages are welcome, with activities suitable for young children through to grandparents.
Why families love it
- Unlimited grandkids can enter free with the grandparents annual pass, making it a cost-effective option for families with multiple children.
- The Tulip Festival showcases a stunning array of blooms, especially if visited later in the spring.
- Ashton Gardens and The Living Christ Garden provide serene environments for family bonding and relaxation.
- The grandparents annual pass offers significant savings for families with multiple grandchildren.
- Seasonal events like the Tulip Festival and other garden displays provide unique experiences throughout the year.
Insider tips
- Visit during peak bloom times for the best experience, especially in late spring.
- Consider going on weekdays to avoid larger crowds and fully enjoy the exhibits.
Good to know before you go
- Avoid visiting during peak weekends of the Tulip Festival if you prefer a quieter experience.
- Parking can be challenging, requiring patience to find a spot.
- The butterfly exhibit needs better crowd control to ensure a safe experience for children.
- Crowds
- The venue gets busy during weekends and major events, particularly the Tulip Festival.
- Value
- The grandparents annual pass is expensive but offers unlimited free entry for grandchildren and includes admission for one additional adult, providing good value for large families.
- Food
- Food vendors are available on-site, but they may not be fully operational early in the season.
- Accessibility
- No specific accommodations mentioned in the reviews.
- Safety
- Safety measures for children in the butterfly exhibit were noted as needing improvement.
What parents say
"Our family loves to go to Thanksgiving Point. So many fun things to do. I highly recommend the grandparents annual pass. It’s expensive but I love it. Go for a few hours instead of trying to do everything all at one time. Unlimited grandkids get in free with me. My pass also includes my husband and one other adult."
2 weeks ago
"Tulip Festival at Thanksgiving Point paints a beautiful tapestry of spring. Also, walking through the The Living Christ Garden during Passover and the day after Good Friday was remarkable and moving. Definitely worth the time, especially just as the tulips were in full bloom. Parking was disheartening, but it you have patience, things eventually work out."
2 weeks ago
"If you're going to be close by, this is worth the afternoon. We are glad we got to go and see all the blooms, but if you wait until later in the Spring (closer to May), you'll see way more blooms opened up and have a fuller experience! 🌷🌹 There were a lot of families here, so it's a great family day experience, with on site activities for them, also food vendors. But because we went so early in the season, and on a weekday, those weren't up and running fully. Just a beautiful experience to walk through this kind of planned garden that hundreds have worked long and hard to create for us. Take"
2 weeks ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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